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Originally Posted by Susan123  also anyone that would venture a guess is welcome, but this is not a debate thread. I just want to know what this is about, for real (of course we get nothing less from Pat and Mary).
I've read in the Yorkies for Sale section someone stated that they though that most good breeders wouldn't sell dogs in the newspaper or such. I've seen other posts over the last couple of years eluding to the fact that you shouldn't have to advertise at all. One poster had posted outright asking about it a year ago and others that were around at the time (that are not hanging in this forum nowadays) stayed away from it like the plague. But I'm sure you ladies will hit the nail on the head and resolve any questions in our minds.
It probably means that word of mouth brings in clients. But is there a sterotype involved or a looking down upon?
Of course, the first year or so we don't have much of a client base yet to spread the word, how long does it take for that? We develop good relationships with the owners and are own hand if needed. Mine are all scattered in Florida and the US, but I advertise. Advertising on YT is also advertising. Thank you, for clearing this up in my mind ladies.
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Susan,
Everyone has their own way of doing things. I can only speak for myself and other show breeders that I know on a personal basis. I don't advertise, I don't have a website and my puppies that I don't keep have a home before I plan the breeding and I have a waiting list. New families are either by referral or repeat buyers.
I have my opinion on how this has transpired and it's only my opinion. I don't breed to sell puppies, I breed for myself. I didn't begin breeding until I obtained a wonderful mentor, learned everything I could about showing, breeding, whelping and Championed a few dogs from a great line; became a member of a regional specialty club, all breed club and YTCA. Getting your face and dogs out there, letting judges know that you will consistantly bring them a good dog. Letting people get to know you and know that you are serious about the breed always helps. For me there was no short cut.
I know that showing isn't for everyone, but since this is the way I did it and it worked for me, I don't know of any alternative way of doing it.